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It’s Easter and that means that you may have already made you’re annual visit to church and hidden those holiday eggs is places where they won’t be found for decades.
But now it’s time for that tedious three-hour Easter brunch…And you’re gonna need just the right beers, to help you survive that.
Historically Easter brunch marks the end of Lent. It’s also a time when many reacquaint themselves with all those beers, fatty foods and the sweets that they may have given up for the last 40 days. And pacing oneself at Easter brunch, along with the perfect craft beer pairing, is key!
The Deviled Eggs Appetizer
The best appetizer in history of appetizers may be the Deviled Egg, and the perfect beer to cut through this spiced rich yolk mixture is an aromatic West Coast IPA the hoppier the better.
We suggest that start light (Easter brunch can sometimes take hours) and Stone Go To IPA is a solid way to kick things off!
The Scalloped Potatoes Side Dish
There are few foods in the world that make you want to shout “Hallelujah!” more than layers of cheddar cheese slathered on a mountain of sliced potatoes.
Try pairing this formidable artery-clogging Easter classic with a fine Brown Ale such as Lost Coast’s Downtown Brown.
The Ham Main Dish
Easter would not be complete without a ham, (but do try not to get piggy), and we recommend the right Saison at this stage.
Boulevard Brewing’s Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale is a dependable take on this proud European tradition, but be forewarned this is a big beer (8.5% ABV) , and moderation is key, if you don’t want to end up “tanked” in mid-meal.”
The Lamb Main Dish
There’s no better way to celebrate the resurrection of the “Lamb of God” as far as we’re concerned, than by chowing down on dead lamb.
And one can smartly complement the lamb’s rich rustic flavor, with something peaty and strong like Lagunitas Davey Murray’s Best Scotch Ale.
The Chocolate Bunny Pre-Dessert
Beer pairings with chocolate isn’t anything new, but Easter confections are a different beast that demand special pairing attention.
Imperial Stouts are a match “made in heaven” when you’re attacking a huge marshmallow-filled chocolate Easter bunny or a peanut-butter egg and we recommend North Coast Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout to help lubricate things.
The Easter Carrot Cake Dessert
Rabbits like carrots and most people like cake, and that could explain why carrot cake is considered by many to be the “official dessert” of Easter.
But love them or hate them, carrot cake is now an Easter brunch staple – and the beer you choose to either complement its sweetness (or wash its cloying taste away) is essential.
If you’re a fan of Carrot Cake then pairing it with a fine Barleywine and we think Avery Hog Heaven will only enrich your experience.
If you’re a carrot-cake hater we suggest that endure it with Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA served in a syringe.
